Welcome to Dansens Hus!
On this page, those who will be participating in a performance at Dansens Hus will find the most important information for their stay. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, ask your producer or the coordinator at Dansens Hus.
Access to the house
Artist entrance:
Please use the artist entrance on the corner of the building (facing Møllerveien), not the main entrance.
How to enter: Please see key chip information sent to you by your producer / tour manager.
Return of keys:
After your final performance, please return the complete key chain (chip, tag, and chain) by placing it in the mailbox in the artist lounge kitchen or in the box next to the large iron door in the foyer.
Please note that lost keys will be invoiced to the production at NOK 100 per missing key chain.
Internet
WiFi:
Network: Dansens Hus Guest
Password: dancedance
Printing:
Our printers are employee-based. If you need something printed, send the file to a staff member for assistance.
Wardrobes & backstage
- Rehearsal/tech days: wardrobes close 30 minutes after rehearsals on stage have ended (21:30 at the latest).
- Performance days: backstage areas close 1 hour after the final performance.
Please help us keep shared spaces tidy.
Artist lounge & kitchen
The artist lounge is for you to relax and meet. If several productions are in the house at the same time, the space is shared.
Kindly:
- Clean up after yourself
- Use and empty the dishwasher
- Leave the kitchen ready for the next day
Thank you for helping us keep it welcoming for everyone.
Laundry
A laundry room in the basement (washing machines, dryers, drying cabinets) is available for costumes. If multiple companies are present, please coordinate use with the production coordinator or backstage manager.
Bar and alcohol
The Dansens Hus bar is open:
- 1 hour before performances
- 2 hours after performances
Alcohol may not be brought backstage, and drinks from the bar cannot leave the licensed area.
Dansens Hus has zero tolerance for working under the influence of alcohol.
Getting around
Dansens Hus
Vulkan 1, 0182 Oslo
Public transport:
Please download and use the «Ruter» app for tickets.
Closest stops:
- Tram 11, 12, 18 – Schous plass
- Bus 34 or 54 – Møllerveien
Parking
Dansens Hus has limited on-site parking, which must be reserved well in advance.
Alternative parking options nearby include:
• Vulkan P-Hus (Onepark)
• Street parking (via the EasyPark app)
Tickets
The number of free tickets are regulated by your contract.
All tickets are issued digitally, please ask your producer regarding free/discounted tickets.
For other tickets: www.dansenshus.com
Fire & safety regulations
Please familiarise yourself with the emergency exits when you arrive.
If the alarm sounds:
- Leave the building immediately
- Go to the meeting point in front of Vulkan Arena
- Wait there until further instructions are given
You can find Dansens Hus safety regulations by clicking here
Food Nearby
You are in one of Oslo’s most lively food areas.
- Mathallen (next door) – wide variety of restaurants (closed Mondays)
- Rema 1000 supermarket – a short walk further into Vulkan
Health services
In case of emergency: call 113 (danger to life or serious injury)
Oslo Emergency Clinic (Legevakten i Oslo):
Open: 24 hours (00–24)
Call 116 117 if you are ill and need urgent medical help but it is not life-threatening.
Address: Trondheimsveien 233, Aker Hospital, 0586 Oslo
What the emergency clinic treats: fractures, sprains, cuts and wounds, concussion, burns etc.
Other medical services:
- Oslo osteopati- og akupunkturklinikk – Treatment of musculoskeletal pain through osteopathy, acupuncture, and therapeutic bodywork.
Contact Morten Bergh directly by phone or text: +47 924 32 392
With advance booking, Morten may also be available to provide in-house treatment.
- Dr Dropin – Private healthcare provider offering quick access to appointments with doctors, physiotherapists, and chiropractors at several clinics across Oslo.
Click to book an appointment online
- Akutt Kiropraktikk – Chiropractic clinic specializing in rapid treatment of acute muscle and joint pain.
For urgent appointments, call +47 24 07 24 07.